Defense in Depth
Defending Against What Criminals Know About You
Oct 24, 2024
Steve Zalewski, a cybersecurity expert in identity access management, teams up with Damon Fleury, Chief Product Officer at SpyCloud, to discuss the evolving landscape of identity security. They highlight the necessity of centralized identity management and dynamic risk assessments. The conversation dives into the role of automation and user awareness in combating unauthorized access. Their insights focus on proactive defense strategies, tailored access controls, and the importance of adapting security measures to stay ahead of cyber threats.
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- A proactive understanding of digital identities is crucial for organizations to assess and manage access permissions effectively against evolving threats.
- Integrating automation and a holistic approach to identity security enhances response times and strengthens defenses against risks associated with compromised identities.
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Expanding Understanding of Digital Identities
A proactive approach to understanding digital identities before they enter an organization's environment is essential. Traditional Identity Access Management (IAM) programs serve as a baseline for identity security; however, their effectiveness is challenged by the manipulation of identity information by threat actors. Organizations need to go beyond basic identity lifecycle management and should focus on whether it is appropriate to grant permissions at a given moment, rather than automatically trusting identities simply based on their presence. By enhancing the understanding of how these identities operate and their associated risks, security teams can better assess when and how to allow access.
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